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A statement on Washington State budget cuts
May 5, 2025
At Reach Out and Read Northwest, our commitment to children and families has never wavered. We have worked with Washington’s pediatric clinicians to incorporate shared reading into well-child visits for nearly three decades. Our evidence-based model supports early brain development, fosters strong parent-child bonds, and lays the foundation for long-term school and life success. As […]
Doctors tackle literacy as a health care issue, giving books to children through Reach Out and Read
July 18, 2024
(OPB) This summer, Reach Out and Read is celebrating its 35th anniversary. To honor the milestone, the national group is distributing an additional 350,000 books to partners across the country. More than 27,500 of those books have already made their way to Oregon and Washington for this celebration. The books specifically reflect the stories and […]
Press Releases
Reach Out and Read Launches Pennsylvania Affiliate to Expand Early Literacy Through Pediatric Care Statewide
July 16, 2026
Reach Out and Read Alabama Kicks Off 17th Annual RX for Summer Reading at 53 Sites Statewide
June 5, 2026
Reach Out and Read, Northeast Endorses Massachusetts Bill to Advance Early Literacy, Child Well-Being
May 1, 2026
Reach Out and Read Advances Statewide Effort in Ohio to Support Children’s Health and Learning
April 1, 2026
Reach Out and Read Partners With Midwest Dairy, Dairy West to Expand Early Literacy, Nutrition Across 14 States
February 1, 2026
Reach Out and Read Michigan Names TalentFirst to Honor Roll Class
January 29, 2026
Reach Out and Read Oklahoma Names Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness to National Honor Roll
January 12, 2026
State Sen. Diegnan and Chief of Staff Named to Reach Out and Read National 2025 Honor Roll
December 5, 2025
Reach Out and Read Marks Significant Growth in FY25, Reaching a Record 4.8 Million Children Nationwide
November 20, 2025
Reach Out and Read Names 23 Partners to 2025 Honor Roll Class
November 17, 2025
Reach Out and Read and Nurture Connection to Host National Summit in Washington, D.C., Elevating the Power of Connection in Early Childhood Health
October 22, 2025
Reach Out and Read Names Barefoot Books a Preferred Vendor, Expanding Access to Inclusive, Bilingual Titles for Millions of Children
October 7, 2025
With New CEO at the Helm, Reach Out and Read Poised to Transform Early Learning, Healthy Relationships for Millions of Families
September 3, 2025
Reach Out and Read Invests $500K+ in Local Communities to Strengthen Early Literacy and Relationships
April 7, 2025
Reach Out And Read Launches Nationwide Search For Next CEO
February 5, 2025
Reach Out And Read Chosen As Only U.S.-Based Nonprofit For New York Times Holiday Impact Prize
November 25, 2024
Reach Out and Read to Bring Early Literacy, Life-Changing Program to Families in Nebraska
November 7, 2024
Reach Out and Read to Bring Early Literacy, Life-Changing Program to More Families in Ohio
October 23, 2024
Reach Out and Read Addresses Child Poverty in Five-Part Podcast Series
September 17, 2024
Reach Out and Read Celebrates 35th Anniversary with 35 for 35; $1M Collection of Inclusive Children’s Books
May 15, 2024
Reach Out and Read Directs $350K to Local Communities
April 4, 2024
Reach Out and Read Announces Public Policy Agenda to Strengthen Public Health, Reduce Systemic Inequities
February 13, 2024
Reach Out and Read Welcomes Baltimore Pediatrician to the National Board of Directors
January 17, 2024
Reach Out and Read Amplifies Positive Influence: 8.8 Million Well-child Visits and 7.1 Million Books
November 15, 2023
Reach Out and Read to Extend Support for Maine Children and Families
October 17, 2023
The Mississippi Children’s Museum Announces Partnership with UMMC and National Program, Reach Out and Read
September 27, 2023
Reach Out and Read Northeast Publishes Picture Book Encouraging Conversations About Diversity, Equity
September 26, 2023
Reach Out and Read Earns Record-Setting Funding From Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott to Benefit Families Nationwide
June 6, 2023
Reach Out and Read and Amerigroup Iowa Expand Child Literacy Program in West Burlington to Increase Well-Child Visits
August 15, 2022
Welcome to our New Board Members
May 14, 2020
Reach Out and Responds to Coronavirus
March 19, 2020
Sharing a Social Media Post Could Provide a New Book to a Child in Need
December 23, 2019
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